San Benito Population 2026
San Benito has a population of 30,764, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Petén. Roughly 0.2% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,764
Rank in Guatemala
#59
Coordinates
16.92°N, 89.92°W
~135 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
261 km
162 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Petén
Cities near San Benito
FAQ
What is the population of San Benito?
San Benito has a population of 30,764 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is San Benito in?
San Benito is located in Petén, Guatemala.
Is San Benito the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 261 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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